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A new series set in the “Alien” universe premieres tonight.

“Alien: Earth” comes to FX and Hulu from Noah Hawley, best known for creating and writing “Fargo.” The new series is a prequel to Ridley Scott’s 1979 film “Alien,” which started the franchise still going strong today.

It follows the crew of the space vessel Maginot. When it crash-lands on earth, a young woman and a group of tactical soldiers make a discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s biggest threat. 'alien: earth': what to know

When: Aug. 12, 8 p.m. ET (weekly on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET)

Channel: FX

Streaming: DIRECTV (try it free), Hulu

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